When U.S. Nazis sought to parade in Skokie, Illinois, where many Jews lived, the courts
A. found them a clear and present danger.
B. upheld their right to parade peacefully.
C. refused to rule one way or another.
D. allowed the police full discretion.
E. allowed their arrests and convictions.
Answer: B
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